Bookkeeper (Bensonhurst Corps) (Temporary Position)
Location: Brooklyn, NY
The Bookkeeper is responsible for calculating, maintaining, and managing all financial transactions for the Senior Center and Corps.
Responsibilities
- Set up new vendor processes and obtain necessary documents (ACH form, voided checks & W9 form).
- Ensure all purchases follow tax‑exempt policies and configure new vendors if needed.
- Gather invoice approvals from DHQ as required.
- Handle all petty cash transactions and weekly monetary calculations with the Assistant Director.
- Prepare bank deposit slips and make bank deposits as needed.
- Verify with the Administrative Officer that invoices match what was ordered or serviced.
- Prepare all monthly and quarterly financial reports, income packets, and expense packets.
- Monitor and update Corporate Credit Card transactions and print monthly activity reports.
- Prepare Sunday cartridge income reports, perform money calculations and produce year‑end cartridge reports.
- Write receipts, collect cash & checks, and maintain accuracy of the Safeguard receipt book.
- Prepare the Senior Feeding Packet in the absence of the Office Administrative Officer or Corp Officer.
- Assist in counting all miscellaneous cash in the senior center (small kettles).
- Invoice vendors and clients.
- Assist with all financials related to Kettle Income (counting & entering kettle income and preparing kettle reports).
- Oversee that all bills and expenses are paid on time.
- Maintain an organized filing system.
- Assist in reviewing and computing the yearly budget.
- Perform any other duties deemed necessary and appropriate by the Corp Officer.
Qualifications
- College degree or certification related to accounting, finance, bookkeeping or a related field.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and Chinese.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency with software such as Microsoft Office & Excel, appropriate desktop application, and familiarity with computer and printer hardware.
- Prior experience in finance, bookkeeping or accounting field.
- Availability to work various shifts corresponding to Corps hours of operation.
Employment Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Temporary
- Industry: Non‑profit organization